Facebook Scam - Phishing Email
10/28/09
Facebook Scam - Phishing Email
I received this message in my junk email. So, obviously something isn't right about it to start with. The following is the break down of the major parts of the message I received.
Here is the subject of this scam email:
This email was supposedly sent by:
Here is the body of the email:
Dear Facebook user,
In an effort to make your online experience safer and more enjoyable, Facebook will be implementing a new login system that will affect all Facebook users. These changes will offer new features and increased account security.
Before you are able to use the new login system, you will be required to update your account.
Click here <h__p://www.facebook.com.yy1azsvq.eu/globaldirectory/LoginFacebook.php?ref=5569177140137667849609626566159169669305030024751642017321254334094678785450051&email=someEmailAddress@davemoats.com> to update your account online now.
If you have any questions, reference our New User Guide.
Thanks,
The Facebook Team
Update your Facebook account
Update <h__p://www.facebook.com.zaaaasaq.eu/globaldirectory/LoginFacebook.php?ref=5569177140137667849609626566159169669305030024751642017321254334094678785450051&email=someEmailAddress@davemoats.com>
This message was intended for someEmailAddress@davemoats.com.
Facebook's offices are located at 1601 S. California Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94304.
If you receive an email like this, don't respond to it, or follow any links. JUST DELETE IT
Dave
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